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Victoria Fallon - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Postpartum-specific anxiety as a predictor of Infant-Feeding outcomes and perceptions of Infant-Feeding behaviours: new evidence for childbearing specific measures of mood
Archives of Women's Mental Health, 2018Co-Authors: Victoria Fallon, Jason Christian Grovenor Halford, Kate Mary Bennett, Joanne Allison HarroldAbstract:Studies of pregnancy-specific anxiety suggest that it is a distinct construct which predicts perinatal outcomes more effectively than other general measures of anxiety. In response, a novel measure of postpartum-specific anxiety (PSAS) has been developed and validated, but it is not yet clear whether it possesses the same predictive power as its pregnancy-specific counterparts. The aim of this short-term prospective study was to (a) test the predictive validity of the PSAS in the context of one specific perinatal outcome, Infant-Feeding, and (b) examine whether the PSAS may be more efficacious at predicting Infant-Feeding outcomes and behaviours than the more commonly used general measures. Eight hundred mothers of Infants aged between 0 and 6 months completed the PSAS alongside general measures of anxiety and depression at baseline. A subsample ( n = 261) returned to complete a follow-up questionnaire examining Infant-Feeding outcomes and behaviours two weeks later. Hierarchical regression models revealed that the PSAS was associated with lower odds of breastFeeding exclusively, and breastFeeding in any quantity in the first 6 months postpartum. PSAS scores were also significantly associated with Infant-Feeding behaviours including a lower perceived enjoyment of food, and greater perceived food responsiveness and satiety responsiveness in the Infant. As hypothesised, the PSAS was a stronger predictor of Infant-Feeding outcomes and behaviours than general anxiety and depression. The findings provide evidence for the predictive validity of the PSAS and call for the use of childbearing specific measures of mood when attempting to predict perinatal outcomes. Replication of these findings across other indices of maternal and Infant health is now necessary.
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Examining maternal anxiety and Infant Feeding from pregnancy to parenthood.
2017Co-Authors: Victoria FallonAbstract:This thesis uses an exploratory sequential design to examine the relationship between maternal anxiety and Infant Feeding from pregnancy to parenthood. Chapter 1 provides an overview of the thesis and a contextual framework of breastFeeding behaviour. Chapter 2 systematically reviews the literature examining prenatal anxiety and Infant Feeding, while Chapter 3 systematically reviews the literature examining postpartum anxiety and Infant Feeding. Chapter 4 uses qualitative, longitudinal methods to explore the impact of pregnancy-specific anxiety on prenatal Infant Feeding intentions and subsequent postpartum breastFeeding behaviour. Chapters 5 and 6 examine the emotional and practical experiences of breastFeeding and formula Feeding women to identify potentially influencing mechanisms within the relationship. Chapter 7 reports the development and validation of a new measure of postpartum-specific anxiety. Chapter 8 then examines whether this measure is a more effective predictor of Infant Feeding outcomes than a general measure of anxiety. First, the findings reveal that there is insufficient evidence to make firm conclusions regarding the relationship between prenatal anxiety and Infant Feeding outcomes. However, the thesis finds convincing evidence for the relationship between postpartum anxiety and diverse Infant Feeding outcomes and behaviours. Second, a qualitative, longitudinal design suggests that pregnancy-specific anxiety may strengthen breastFeeding intentions in pregnancy, but this does not translate into improved breastFeeding outcomes postpartum. Third, the findings provide consistent evidence that failure to adhere to current Infant Feeding recommendations elicits negative emotional and practical experiences, which may potentially influence the relationship. Finally, the findings reveal new evidence for the efficacy of a validated measure of postpartum specific anxiety, relative to general measures of anxiety and depression, in predicting Infant Feeding outcomes and behaviours. Collectively, this thesis demonstrates that maternal anxiety, particularly in the months following childbirth is; like depression; an individual-level determinant of breastFeeding. Policy makers should raise awareness of this under-recognised psychological determinant, and distinguish it from depression, and anxiety occurring at other times of life.
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Postpartum Anxiety and Infant-Feeding Outcomes A Systematic Review
Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association, 2016Co-Authors: Victoria Fallon, Kate M. Bennett, Rachael Groves, Jason C.g. Halford, Joanne A. HarroldAbstract:There is increasing evidence for the effect of postpartum anxiety (PPA) on maternal and Infant health outcomes. Despite evidence linking suboptimal Infant-Feeding outcomes with other indices of maternal mental health, the relationship between PPA and Infant Feeding has not yet been reviewed. A systematic review with narrative synthesis was conducted to examine the relationship between PPA and Infant-Feeding outcomes. Electronic searches were performed using specific keywords (eg, “postnatal anxiet*”; “breastfeed*”). A hand search of selected journals and reference lists of included articles was then conducted. All studies were considered that provided information related to PPA and Infant-Feeding outcomes. One hundred and two studies were identified, of which 33 were eligible. Two authors independently extracted data including study design, participants, and results. Results indicated that women with symptoms of PPA are less likely to breastfeed exclusively and more likely to terminate breastFeeding earli...
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Prenatal Anxiety and Infant Feeding Outcomes: A Systematic Review.
Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association, 2015Co-Authors: Victoria Fallon, Kate M. Bennett, Joanne A. HarroldAbstract:Prenatal anxiety may negatively affect Infant health in multiple domains, including Infant Feeding. However, the relationship between prenatal anxiety and Infant Feeding is not well understood. Given the benefits of recommended Infant Feeding practices, clarifying this relationship is important. This review was conducted to examine the relationship between prenatal anxiety and Infant Feeding outcomes. Electronic searches were performed in relevant databases. A hand search of selected journals and reference lists of included articles was then conducted. All studies were considered that provided information related to Infant Feeding outcomes and anxiety during pregnancy. Quality assessment and data extraction were conducted by 2 reviewers; 99 studies were identified, of which 6 were eligible. No associations were found between prenatal anxiety and breastFeeding initiation or breastFeeding in any quantity. However, relationships between high levels of prenatal anxiety and a reduction in both breastFeeding intention and breastFeeding exclusivity were identified. The review was limited by the small number of studies included. Sample sizes lacking power and heterogeneous measures and definitions all significantly affected the comparability of findings. It is concluded that there is insufficient evidence to clarify the relationship between prenatal anxiety and Infant Feeding outcomes.
Joanne Allison Harrold - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Postpartum-specific anxiety as a predictor of Infant-Feeding outcomes and perceptions of Infant-Feeding behaviours: new evidence for childbearing specific measures of mood
Archives of Women's Mental Health, 2018Co-Authors: Victoria Fallon, Jason Christian Grovenor Halford, Kate Mary Bennett, Joanne Allison HarroldAbstract:Studies of pregnancy-specific anxiety suggest that it is a distinct construct which predicts perinatal outcomes more effectively than other general measures of anxiety. In response, a novel measure of postpartum-specific anxiety (PSAS) has been developed and validated, but it is not yet clear whether it possesses the same predictive power as its pregnancy-specific counterparts. The aim of this short-term prospective study was to (a) test the predictive validity of the PSAS in the context of one specific perinatal outcome, Infant-Feeding, and (b) examine whether the PSAS may be more efficacious at predicting Infant-Feeding outcomes and behaviours than the more commonly used general measures. Eight hundred mothers of Infants aged between 0 and 6 months completed the PSAS alongside general measures of anxiety and depression at baseline. A subsample ( n = 261) returned to complete a follow-up questionnaire examining Infant-Feeding outcomes and behaviours two weeks later. Hierarchical regression models revealed that the PSAS was associated with lower odds of breastFeeding exclusively, and breastFeeding in any quantity in the first 6 months postpartum. PSAS scores were also significantly associated with Infant-Feeding behaviours including a lower perceived enjoyment of food, and greater perceived food responsiveness and satiety responsiveness in the Infant. As hypothesised, the PSAS was a stronger predictor of Infant-Feeding outcomes and behaviours than general anxiety and depression. The findings provide evidence for the predictive validity of the PSAS and call for the use of childbearing specific measures of mood when attempting to predict perinatal outcomes. Replication of these findings across other indices of maternal and Infant health is now necessary.
Lisa H. Amir - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Social theory and Infant Feeding
International breastfeeding journal, 2011Co-Authors: Lisa H. AmirAbstract:Clinicians, public health advisors, nutritionists and others have been attempting to increase breastFeeding rates for the last few decades, with varying degrees of success. We need social science researchers to help us understand the role of Infant Feeding in the family. Some researchers in the area of food and nutrition have found Pierre Bourdieu's theoretical framework helpful. In this editorial, I introduce some of Bourdieu's ideas and suggest researchers interested in Infant Feeding should consider testing these theories.
Sonya Kujawa-myles - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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BreastFeeding and lactation research: exploring a tool to measure Infant Feeding patterns.
International breastfeeding journal, 2014Co-Authors: Joy Noel-weiss, Monica Taljaard, Sonya Kujawa-mylesAbstract:Background Infant Feeding categories, often referred to as breastFeeding definitions, form the basis to describe Infant Feeding patterns; especially, breastFeeding duration and degree of breastFeeding exclusivity. Researchers use a variety of algorithms and no validated tool exists to measure Feeding patterns for research purposes. The goal of this research project was to develop and test a tool to measure patterns of Infant Feeding for breastFeeding and lactation research.
Robin Hadley - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Men's views and experiences of Infant Feeding: A qualitative systematic review.
Maternal & child nutrition, 2018Co-Authors: Sarah Earle, Robin HadleyAbstract:Although the advantages of breastFeeding are well documented, rates for breastFeeding often fall short of international and national targets. Increasing attention has been paid to the role of men in Infant Feeding, but a lot of the research about men has been elicited from women, rather than from men themselves. To explore these issues further, a systematic review of the qualitative research on Infant Feeding was carried out, focusing specifically on men's own views and experiences. Evidence was identified by searching electronic databases (CINAL, Cochrane, PubMed, and Scopus), manually searching citations, and by searching the grey literature. Studies were included in the review if they discussed men's views and experiences of Infant Feeding and if they reported primary qualitative data. Twenty research papers were included in the review, and each study was summarised and then analysed thematically to produce a synthesis. Five major analytical themes were identified: men's knowledge of Infant Feeding; men's perceptions of their role in Infant Feeding; positive views on breastFeeding; negative views on breastFeeding; and men's experiences of health promotion and support. The review concludes by highlighting that although men can play an important role in supporting women, they do not have a significant role in Infant Feeding decisions.
